Foundation Programs
Fredon is a community rich in resources and committed to high quality public education. One of FEF’s primary functions is to help channel these resources—not only financial, but also intellectual, cultural, and social resources—for the benefit of its students. To this end, FEF will seek to develop several initiatives, each based on a model that convenes constituents from throughout Fredon with a common goal of improving local public education.
The role of FEF in each of these initiatives varies somewhat, but is central to all of them. FEF board members will chair and serve on committees to establish and guide these initiatives, raise and administer funds to support the activities, and contribute expertise in the development of their goals and programs.
This function of bringing together schools and the communities they serve is fundamental to FEF’s mission, and to the success of all local education funds. The Public Education Network (PEN) calls it “convening the stakeholders.” In Fredon, it’s a formula for success.
Toast to the Teachers
Community members host special themed events in their home on the Thursday evening of Teacher Appreciation Week. Events can be deemed “Beach Party for Bond” or “Opening Night for Olsyn”. These events are attended by and put together by community members and may include a dinner (light or otherwise), desert party, and gift for the honored teacher.
Children’s Literature Initiative
Provides appropriate and high quality book collections for elementary and middle school libraries, as well as giving books to incoming FTES kindergarteners to read over the summer.
True Blue Spirit Initiative
Raises funds and develops programs to improve school facilities, expand the selection of programs offered, and help the students manage their commitments.
Arts Gold Standard Initiative
A new initiative to enhance the visual and performing arts programs in grades K-6.
District Leadership Team
Researches and makes recommendations to the school superintendent’s office on policies and practices with the potential for system-wide impact.
Health and Wellness Initiative
Raises funds and develops programs to improve students’ physical, mental, and emotional health, including awarding grants, sponsoring events, and securing pro bono counseling services for students in need.
Discretionary Grants
Discretionary grants account for the majority of the FEF’s total annual expenditures. Applications are accepted throughout the year and eligibility is open to faculty and other Fredon Township School District employees, parents of Fredon School students, and students themselves. Grant awards range from $50 to $2,000.
University of Fredon Professional Development Grants
The FEF “University of Fredon” Professional Development Grants program awards grants to faculty and other Fredon School employees for activities that will enhance their skills and extend their knowledge. Applications are accepted throughout and eligibility is open to faculty and other Fredon Public School employees. Grant awards range from $75 to $2,000.
Fredon is a community rich in resources and committed to high quality public education. One of FEF’s primary functions is to help channel these resources—not only financial, but also intellectual, cultural, and social resources—for the benefit of its students. To this end, FEF will seek to develop several initiatives, each based on a model that convenes constituents from throughout Fredon with a common goal of improving local public education.
The role of FEF in each of these initiatives varies somewhat, but is central to all of them. FEF board members will chair and serve on committees to establish and guide these initiatives, raise and administer funds to support the activities, and contribute expertise in the development of their goals and programs.
This function of bringing together schools and the communities they serve is fundamental to FEF’s mission, and to the success of all local education funds. The Public Education Network (PEN) calls it “convening the stakeholders.” In Fredon, it’s a formula for success.
Toast to the Teachers
Community members host special themed events in their home on the Thursday evening of Teacher Appreciation Week. Events can be deemed “Beach Party for Bond” or “Opening Night for Olsyn”. These events are attended by and put together by community members and may include a dinner (light or otherwise), desert party, and gift for the honored teacher.
Children’s Literature Initiative
Provides appropriate and high quality book collections for elementary and middle school libraries, as well as giving books to incoming FTES kindergarteners to read over the summer.
True Blue Spirit Initiative
Raises funds and develops programs to improve school facilities, expand the selection of programs offered, and help the students manage their commitments.
Arts Gold Standard Initiative
A new initiative to enhance the visual and performing arts programs in grades K-6.
District Leadership Team
Researches and makes recommendations to the school superintendent’s office on policies and practices with the potential for system-wide impact.
Health and Wellness Initiative
Raises funds and develops programs to improve students’ physical, mental, and emotional health, including awarding grants, sponsoring events, and securing pro bono counseling services for students in need.
Discretionary Grants
Discretionary grants account for the majority of the FEF’s total annual expenditures. Applications are accepted throughout the year and eligibility is open to faculty and other Fredon Township School District employees, parents of Fredon School students, and students themselves. Grant awards range from $50 to $2,000.
University of Fredon Professional Development Grants
The FEF “University of Fredon” Professional Development Grants program awards grants to faculty and other Fredon School employees for activities that will enhance their skills and extend their knowledge. Applications are accepted throughout and eligibility is open to faculty and other Fredon Public School employees. Grant awards range from $75 to $2,000.